Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) joined Newsmax to discuss her experience riding aboard the new Air Force One during its maiden voyage to North Dakota, President Trump’s visit to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, and the importance of celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Check out highlights from the interview below.

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On the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library:

• The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is a fitting place to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.
• Theodore Roosevelt came to North Dakota after the tragic loss of his wife and mother, rebuilt his life here, and later said he would not have become president without his time in our state.
• The library honors a president whose life was shaped by North Dakota’s rugged landscape and independent spirit.
• Having President Trump visit the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library highlighted the enduring connection between North Dakota and one of America’s greatest presidents.

On celebrating America's 250th anniversary:

• America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the values that made our nation great.
• Theodore Roosevelt’s story reminds us that America is built on independence, resilience, and a willingness to work hard.
• North Dakota played a defining role in shaping one of our nation’s greatest presidents, and those same values still define our state today.
• Having President Trump celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in North Dakota was a powerful reminder of the spirit that built this nation.
• It was a great message for all Americans as we celebrate this historic milestone.

On the importance of President Trump’s visit to North Dakota:

• President Trump’s visit was a powerful reminder about the roots of our country and what makes America great.
• Theodore Roosevelt came to North Dakota after the tragic loss of his wife and mother. He rebuilt his life here and later said that without his time in North Dakota, he would never have become president.
• What makes America great is our independence, our willingness to work hard, and our determination to achieve big things.
• Thousands of North Dakotans welcomed the president because those same values of independence, resilience, and the Bully Spirit Theodore Roosevelt embodied remain deeply rooted in our state.
• Having the president reflect on those values during America's 250th anniversary was a powerful message for the entire country.

On being the first member of Congress to ride the new Air Force One:

• It is a beautiful plane, and I was so honored to be invited to ride on its maiden voyage to my state of North Dakota.
• It was a beautiful day that I will always remember.
• We were so excited to welcome President Trump to our state to help celebrate America's 250th anniversary in a really meaningful way at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.